The Daily Aus Headlines: Severe heat and fire warnings across eastern Australia
Dec 5, 2025
Extreme weather is wreaking havoc in eastern Australia with severe heatwave warnings and fire bans for communities in Victoria, Tasmania, and NSW. A major shift in the investigation for Dezi Freeman has police concentrating on finding the alleged killer's body. In a tragic update, catastrophic flooding in Asia has claimed over 1,500 lives, with many still missing. On a brighter note, a hefty anonymous donation of AUD 75 million will help cover student fees at a U.S. university, offering some hope amidst the chaos.
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Widespread Heat And Fire Risk
- Eastern Australia faces simultaneous heatwave warnings, fire bans and strong winds threatening homes and properties.
- These conditions span Victoria, Tasmania and New South Wales, with temperatures forecast to reach the low 40s tomorrow.
Rapidly Escalating Fire Damage
- Firefighters are battling a 370-hectare blaze in northwest Victoria while dozens of homes were damaged in Tasmania this week.
- Emergency warnings and targeted firefighting efforts highlight how rapidly conditions escalated across states.
Stay Alert And Prepare For Shifting Weather
- Expect severe heat and monitor emergency warnings, especially near Dubbo where an emergency fire warning was issued.
- Prepare for rapid weather changes as a cold front and severe storms are forecast later in the weekend.